Wayne Rosen
British children's author and poet (born 1946)
1946 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
British children's author and poet (born 1946)
Born
May 7, 1946
Age
~80 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, poet, author
United KingdomBorn in Harrow
1946
Born in Harrow (1946-05-07)
1989
AwardNestlé Children's Book Prize
1997
AwardEleanor Farjeon Award
2005
Awardhonorary doctorate
2006
AwardFellow of the Royal Society of Literature
2007
AwardChildren's Laureate
Present
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Wayne Rosen?+
Wayne Rosen is British children's author and poet (born 1946). Born in 1946.
What does the name Wayne mean?+
The name Wayne means "A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.". It is of English origin.
When was Wayne Rosen born?+
Wayne Rosen was born on May 7, 1946.
Name Meaning
A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.
The name Wayne is of English origin, meaning "A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Wayne — May 7, 1946
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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